SOUTHWEST CORNBREAD SALAD

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Here's an absolute favorite at potlucks and barbecues. The idea came to me as I was trying to think of a replacement for the typical taco salad. The cornbread replaces the tortilla chips. Stefanie Foster, Wasilla, Alaska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 packages (8-1/2 ounces each) cornbread/muffin mix
2 large eggs, beaten
2/3 cup 2% milk
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped red onion
3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1/3 cup water
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup canola oil
1 envelope taco seasoning

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the cornbread mix, eggs, milk and chiles until blended. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, combine the beans, corn, tomatoes, green pepper, onion and 2 cups cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the water, vinegar, oil and taco seasoning. Pour over bean mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours., Cut cornbread into 1-in. cubes. In a large serving bowl, layer the cornbread, bean mixture and remaining cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 670mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.